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Introduced
09/26/2019
09/26/2019
In Committee
10/08/2019
10/08/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
116th Congress
Bill Summary
To amend title 38, United States Code, to authorize the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to make certain grants to assist nursing homes for veterans located on tribal lands. This bill expands eligibility for grants that provide per diem funding to state nursing homes for veterans to include veterans homes established by Native American tribes.
AI Summary
This bill aims to expand eligibility for grants that provide per diem funding to state nursing homes for veterans to include veterans homes established by Native American tribes. Specifically, it amends Title 38 of the United States Code to authorize the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to make grants to assist nursing homes for veterans located on tribal lands. The bill also defines "State" to include Indian tribes and requires the Secretary to consult with Indian tribes, report to Congress on any needed legislative changes, and provide technical support and assistance to tribes in carrying out the State home program.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services, Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. (on 10/08/2019)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/116th-congress/house-bill/4532/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/116/bills/hr4532/BILLS-116hr4532ih.pdf |
| Bill | https://www.congress.gov/116/bills/hr4532/BILLS-116hr4532ih.pdf.pdf |
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